Arbat Street
Арбат
thoroughfare in Moscow, Russia
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Arbat Street
Welcome, fellow travelers and seekers of history, to Arbat Street, a place that is often described as the very soul of Moscow. As we stand here at the eastern gateway near the Arbatskaya metro station, it is essential to…
Listen in the app2The Khudozhestvenny Cinema — A Portal to Early Film
Before we delve deeper into the Arbat, we must acknowledge the magnificent structure that guards its entrance: the Khudozhestvenny Cinema. Opened in 1909, this is one of the oldest cinemas in the entire world and certainly the…
Listen in the app3The Aristocratic Mansions and Empire Style
As we walk further down the cobblestones, the street opens up into what was once the most aristocratic quarter of Moscow. By the 19th century, the Arbat had become synonymous with high society. …
Listen in the app4The Tsoi Wall — A Monument to Rock Rebellion
Turning our attention to a side wall on the Arbat, we encounter a site that feels raw and visceral compared to the polished mansions: the Tsoi Wall. This is a spontaneous memorial dedicated to Viktor Tsoi, the lead singer of the…
Listen in the app5The Vakhtangov Theatre — The Center of Dramatic Art
Standing proudly on the Arbat is the Vakhtangov Theatre, a temple of dramatic art that perfectly embodies the scholarly and artistic tradition of this street. Founded in 1913 by Yevgeny Vakhtangov, a prized pupil of the legendary…
Listen in the app6Arbat 53 — Pushkin’s Honeymoon House
No journey down the Arbat is complete without paying homage to the 'Sun of Russian Poetry,' Alexander Pushkin. At Arbat number 53, we find a beautiful blue and white house where Pushkin spent the happiest months of his life. …
Listen in the app7The Commercial Arbat — Souvenirs and Matryoshkas
As we approach the end of the pedestrian zone, we encounter the most commercial aspect of the Arbat. This is the realm of the souvenir shops, the Matryoshka dolls, and the Ushanka hats. …
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As we conclude our walk at the Smolenskaya Square end of the Arbat, we find ourselves at a threshold. Behind us lies the 'Old Arbat,' with its five centuries of poets, rebels, and noblemen. …
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What is Arbat Street?
Arbat Street is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Activity |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 55.7492, 37.5906 |
| Last updated |
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